Tube Bending Under Axial Force and Internal Pressure

2005 ◽  
Vol 128 (2) ◽  
pp. 598-605 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jyhwen Wang ◽  
Rohit Agarwal

Tube bending is a widely used manufacturing process in the aerospace, automotive, and various other industries. During tube bending, considerable in-plane distortion and thickness variation occurs. Additional loadings such as axial force and internal pressure can be used to achieve better shape control. Based on plasticity theories, analytical models are developed to predict cross-sectional distortion and thickness change of tubes under various loading conditions. The model predictions are in good agreement with finite element simulations and published experimental results. The models can be used to evaluate tooling and process design in tube bending.

1999 ◽  
Vol 121 (4) ◽  
pp. 237-241 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Mohareb ◽  
D. W. Murray

An analytical expression is derived for the prediction of fully plastic moment capacity of pipes subjected to axial loading and internal pressure. The expression is based on the von Mises yield criterion. The expression predicts pipe moment capacities that are in good agreement with full-scale experimental results. A universal nondimensional moment versus effective axial force-pressure interaction diagram is developed for the design of elevated pipe lines.


Author(s):  
Chang-Sik Oh ◽  
Tae-Kwang Song ◽  
Sang-Min Lee

Abstract Stress distribution through the nozzle corner cross-section may be required to calculate stress intensity factor (SIF) for a nozzle corner crack in accordance with ASME Section XI Nonmandatory Appendix G. This paper proposes a simple method to predict nozzle corner cross-section stress distributions on reinforced nozzle corners of pressure vessels under internal pressure. This method includes simplified equations for predicting stresses on the inner surfaces of the nozzle corner region. These equations are expressed in terms of stress concentration factor (SCF) and geometric variables. Approximate SCF solutions for the reinforced nozzle corners are also proposed. Stress distributions using the proposed method are compared with finite element (FE) analysis results of nozzle-vessel intersections of various geometric dimensions, and agreements are quite good within postulated crack depths. Furthermore, SIFs calculated from the estimated stress distributions in accordance with ASME Section XI Nonmandatory Appendix G are compared with those from the FE results, showing good agreement.


2001 ◽  
Vol 91 (1) ◽  
pp. 290-297 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ulrich Holzhäuser ◽  
Rodney K. Lambert

We have developed a mathematical model for a tracheal ring that consists of a “horseshoe” of cartilage with its tips joined by a membrane. The ring is subjected to a uniform transmural pressure (Ptm) difference. The model was used to calculate the cross-sectional area ( A) of the trachea. Whereas the mechanics of the deformation of the cartilage were analyzed using elastica theory, the posterior membrane was treated as a simple membrane that is inextensible under changes in Ptm. The membrane can be specified to be of any length less than baseline and thus can represent a posterior membrane under tension. The cartilage can have specifiable nonuniform unstressed curvature as well as nonuniform bending stiffness. We have investigated the effect on the tracheal A-Ptm curve of posterior membrane length and tensile force in the membrane, cartilage shape and elasticity, and localized weakening of the cartilage. The model predictions are in good agreement with magnetic resonance imaging data from rabbit tracheas and show that the shape of the horseshoe as well as the posterior membrane force are important determinants of tracheal compliance.


Author(s):  
Nelson Szilard Galgoul ◽  
Andre´ Luiz Lupinacci Massa ◽  
Cla´udia Albergaria Claro

The design of rigid submarine pipelines has been the object of extensive research work over the last few years, where the most relevant issues include upheaval and lateral buckling problems. Both of these problems systematically associate temperature and pressure loads, where the treatment of the first is obvious, while the latter have always been a matter of discussion. In 1974 Palmer and Baldry [1] presented a theoretical-experimental contribution, in which they have set a pattern that has been followed ever since. Another similar and well known paper was published by Sparks in 1983 [7], who only present a physical interpretation of this same theory. Most of the present day industry codes define an effective axial force, according to which, fixed end pipelines will be under compression due to internal pressure. The starting point of the discussion presented in [1] was that internal pressure produces a lateral force, which is numerically equal to the pressure times internal cross-sectional area times the pipeline curvature: q=p.Ai.d2y/dx2(1) This equation is demonstrated further ahead in this paper. Palmer and Baldry then based their arguments on the traditional equation of the pinned column buckling problem, studied by Euler [2]: EId4y/dx4+Pd2y/dx2=0(2) for which the well known solution is: P=π2EI/L2(3) and on the associated problem studied by Timoshenko [3], which adds a distributed lateral load q to the same problem: EId4y/dx4+Pd2y/dx2=q(4) Replacing q with the lateral pressure given above, they were able to have their own problem fall back onto the Euler solution: EId4y/dx4+Pd2y/dx2=p.Ai.d2y/dx2P-pAi=π2EI/L2(5) After correcting for the Poisson effect they were able to determine the new critical axial force caused by the pressure. Unfortunately, however, the arguments set forth in [1] have been misunderstood. The fact that both axial force and lateral force multiply curvature does not make them forces of the same nature. Being able to add them has solved a mathematical equation, but still hasn’t converted the lateral force to axial. The authors wish to prove that [1] presents no more than a tool, which can be used in the analysis of global buckling problems of pipelines subject to both temperature and pressure. It will be shown, however, that this pressure will not produce an axial force, as now-a-days prescribed conservatively in many pipeline codes, which is even used for stress checking.


2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jun Liu

Prediction of springback has been thoroughly investigated for cold forming processes; however with the rising prominence of lightweight materials and new forming technologies, predicting springback at elevated temperatures has become essential. In this paper, three analytical models and one empirical model were proposed to predict springback of an aluminium alloy AA5754 at warm forming conditions. The analytical models developed were based on the effect of the linear bending moment, uniform bending moment and through-thickness stress gradient respectively on springback, while the empirical model was developed using the results of L-shape bending tests. The model predictions were compared with the experiment results for various forming conditions. At room temperature, all four models had very good agreement. At elevated temperatures, the linear bending moment model was preferred for a die radius of 8mm, whereas empirical and stress gradient models were more suitable for a die radius of 4mm; in both cases, very close agreement was achieved where errors were within 5%.


2009 ◽  
Vol 37 (2) ◽  
pp. 62-102 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Lecomte ◽  
W. R. Graham ◽  
D. J. O’Boy

Abstract An integrated model is under development which will be able to predict the interior noise due to the vibrations of a rolling tire structurally transmitted to the hub of a vehicle. Here, the tire belt model used as part of this prediction method is first briefly presented and discussed, and it is then compared to other models available in the literature. This component will be linked to the tread blocks through normal and tangential forces and to the sidewalls through impedance boundary conditions. The tire belt is modeled as an orthotropic cylindrical ring of negligible thickness with rotational effects, internal pressure, and prestresses included. The associated equations of motion are derived by a variational approach and are investigated for both unforced and forced motions. The model supports extensional and bending waves, which are believed to be the important features to correctly predict the hub forces in the midfrequency (50–500 Hz) range of interest. The predicted waves and forced responses of a benchmark structure are compared to the predictions of several alternative analytical models: two three dimensional models that can support multiple isotropic layers, one of these models include curvature and the other one is flat; a one-dimensional beam model which does not consider axial variations; and several shell models. Finally, the effects of internal pressure, prestress, curvature, and tire rotation on free waves are discussed.


Author(s):  
Fatih Güven

Gears are commonly used in transmission systems to adjust velocity and torque. An integral gear or an interference fit could be used in a gearbox. Integral gears are mostly preferred as driving gear for a compact design to reduce the weight of the system. Interference fit makes the replacement of damaged gear possible and re-use of the shaft compared to the integral shaft. However, internal pressure occurs between mating surfaces of the components mated. This internal pressure affects the stress distribution at the root and bottom land of the gear. In this case, gear parameters should be re-considered to assure gear life while reducing the size of the gear. In this study, interference fitted gear-shaft assembly was examined numerically. The effects of rim thickness, profile shifting, module and fit tolerance on bending stress occurring at the root of the gear were investigated to optimize gear design parameters. Finite element models were in good agreement with analytical solutions. Results showed that the rim thickness of the gear is the main parameter in terms of tangential stress occurring at the bottom land of the gear. Positive profile shifting reduces the tangential stress while the pitch diameter of the gear remains constant. Also, lower tolerance class could be selected to moderate stress for small rim thickness.


2021 ◽  
Vol 45 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
C. M. Durnea ◽  
S. Siddiqi ◽  
D. Nazarian ◽  
G. Munneke ◽  
P. M. Sedgwick ◽  
...  

AbstractThe feasibility of rendering three dimensional (3D) pelvic models of vaginal, urethral and paraurethral lesions from 2D MRI has been demonstrated previously. To quantitatively compare 3D models using two different image processing applications: 3D Slicer and OsiriX. Secondary analysis and processing of five MRI scan based image sets from female patients aged 29–43 years old with vaginal or paraurethral lesions. Cross sectional image sets were used to create 3D models of the pelvic structures with 3D Slicer and OsiriX image processing applications. The linear dimensions of the models created using the two different methods were compared using Bland-Altman plots. The comparisons demonstrated good agreement between measurements from the two applications. The two data sets obtained from different image processing methods demonstrated good agreement. Both 3D Slicer and OsiriX can be used interchangeably and produce almost similar results. The clinical role of this investigation modality remains to be further evaluated.


Metals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (7) ◽  
pp. 1123
Author(s):  
Mehdi Safari ◽  
Ricardo J. Alves de Sousa ◽  
Jalal Joudaki

The laser tube bending process (LTBP) process is a thermal non-contact process for bending tubes with less springback and less thinning of the tube. In this paper, the laser tube bending process will be studied experimentally. The length of irradiation and irradiation scheme are two main affecting process parameters in the LTBP process. For this purpose, different samples according to two main irradiation schemes (Circular irradiating scheme (CIS) and axial irradiating scheme (AIS)) and different lengths of laser beam irradiation (from 4.7 to 28.2 mm) are fabricated. The main bending angle of laser-bent tube, lateral bending angle, ovality, and thickness variations is measured experimentally, and the effects of the irradiating scheme and the length of irradiation are investigated. An 18 mm diameter, 1 mm thick mild steel tube was bent with 1100 Watts laser beam. The results show that for both irradiating schemes, by increasing the irradiating length of the main and lateral bending angle, the ovality and thickness variation ratio of the bent tube are increased. In addition, for a similar irradiating length, the main bending angle with AIS is considerably higher than CIS. The lateral bending angle by AIS is much less than the lateral bending angle with CIS. The results demonstrate that the ovality percentage and the thickness variation ratio for the laser-bent tube obtained by CIS are much more than the values associated with by AIS laser-bent tube.


2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandeep Dhar

The trajectory of an angular particle as it cuts a ductile target is, in general, complicated because of its dependence not only on particle shape, but also on particle orientation at the initial instant of impact. This orientation dependence has also made experimental measurement of impact parameters of single angular particles very difficult, resulting in a relatively small amount of available experimental data in the literature. The current work is focused on obtaining measurements of particle kinematics for comparison to rigid plastic model developed by Papini and Spelt. Fundamental mechanisms of material removal are identified, and measurements of rebound parameters and corresponding crater dimensions of single hardened steel particles launched against flat aluminium alloy targets are presented. Also a 2-D finite element model is developed and a dynamic analysis is performed to predict the erosion mechanism. Overall, a good agreement was found among the experimental results, rigid-plastic model predictions and finite element model predictions.


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